1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Austin | Italdesign |
Model | A 99 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |